The only rural nationally competing slam community in Canada is having their Season Finals and you’re invited! There is something for everyone’s taste and it is always

an entertaining evening. Cover charge is $10. Doors open at 7pm.

June 16

The Art Shack is at Lambs Down Park Festival

LambsDownPark,142FranktownRd,CarletonPlace 9am –2pm

The Art Shack is at Lambs Down! One side of the Shack will be decorated as an activity for the kids! Come Celebrate 100 years of the Canadian Co-operative Wools Growers. Enjoy goat yoga, pancake breakfast, maker market, Stalwart beer garden, food vendors, amazing music, sheep shearing and sheepdog demonstrations.

Open Doors for Lanark Children and Youth present their 1st annual art show and sale. This exhibition/fundraiser features a wide range of original, unique and affordable works of art. Funds raised from this sale help fund the ODLCY youth bursary program. Note to artists: Currently seeking participants

Summer’s here and the time is right for a piano on Main Street.. They’ll be singing, swaying,pianoplayinganddancin’inthestreets…Thewhispersaretrue,thissummer the BIA will be launching TWO outdoor pianos located in and around the BIA. If you wishtolearnmore,wanttosponsororbeinvolved,contacttheC.P.BIAoffice.

ART SHACK

The Art Shack has been delivered to its home, the Carleton Place Public Library. You will find it there with the exception of special event days such as; Lambs Down Park Festival, July

1st Canada Activities at Riverside Park, Bridge St. Summer Fest etc.

Organisers are presently seeking all sorts of Volunteers such as: teachers, artists in residence, art therapists… Volunteer artists and creative people are also needed to be prime and decorate the shack. Interested? Contact: k.murray@downtowncarletonplace.com

ARTS CARLETON PLACE

Since its inception, ACP has depended on volunteers to promote the arts in our community and beyond. ACP is a growing organisation whereyouwillearninvaluable experience,learn,andalsocontributetobuildingandimpactingthecommunity.

Through ACS you can expand your leadership skills by taking initiative in advancing new art projects. You will meet new people and have a whole lot of fun.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please contact artscp@bell.net

There are so many wonderful sayings and quotes on the month of May and maybe the most

well-known one is: “April showers bring May flowers.” Often in this part of the world, those showers are actually ice storms or snow squalls. However, I for one must admit that that bad weather is soon forgotten once those first crocuses explode out of the ground. Those beautiful bright yellow, purple and white light bulb flowers are a symbol of cheerfulness as they restore the landscape

and our hearts with color after a long winter

Speaking of colour, I hope you are ready to let it dazzle your senses in these next few months. There are so many fantastic things to do including OUR art show.I couldn’t help myself,

I just had to mention it in the intro. So excited! Also, please check out a rescheduled event that takes place tomorrow – it’s at the top of the list.

APRIL 27 (RESHEDULED FROM APRIL 14)

Long Sault Trio – EP Release Party

Lanark Legion, Lanark, ON

7 PM

Victor Maltby will be playing with Long Sault Trio at their first ever CD release party!

$10 or donation at the door.

Bring your instruments for an acoustic jam if you are so inclined!

APRIL 28

Long Sault Trio

Fiddleheads at 53 Herriott St., Perth

8 – 11 PM

Victor Maltby will be playing with Long Sault Trio at the lovely Fiddleheads Bar and Grill.

Come out for a fun-filled evening of good Lanark music, beer and food!

APRIL 29

Natasha Peterson at Festival of Maples

Perth, On

10 am – 4 pm

Award winning children’s author Natasha Peterson will be at this sweet celebration

in scenic downtown Perth.

MAY 4 & May 5

Kanata Art Club Spring Show and Sale

Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 70 Hines Road, Kanata

5pm – 9 pm on May 4.

10 am – 4:30 on May 5

Featuring original works of art from members of the Kanata Art Club and from within the Ottawa Valley area. The works represent many genres, styles and subjects

Are looking for a special gift for an event this summer, or maybe some special piece to help you welcome in spring? You’re likely to find it here!

We are showcasing the works of 20 local artists who come from every corner

of the region: Almonte, Kanata, McDonald’s Corners, Perth, Portland and of course Carleton Place. The show will feature original works in oils, watercolour, acrylics, fused glass, photography, wood and jewellery.

Open Doors for Lanark Children and Youth present their 1st annual art show and sale. This exhibition/fundraiser features a wide range of original, unique and affordable works of art. The funds raised from this sale will help fund the ODLCY youth bursary program.

Coming this summer

Art Shack

Carleton Place

More information coming next newsletter.

The Art Shack is scheduled to open on June 16th, 2018.

Artists if you are interested in sharing your time and your art, be it music, storytelling, painting etc., please contact Moriah Caswell at 613-257-2702or Kate Murray at 613-257-8049.

(Sing this with me, it’s like a karaoke call to volunteer)

867-5309… 867-5309…

Tell me, tell me, who can we turn to?

We need people we can hold on to.

If you think that you can help us at all

Let us try you, come on baby give us a call!

Volunteer, call our number
We need you all the time
So maybe that ain’t our number
867-5309, 867-5309, 867-5309, 867-5309

Wasn’t that a great song by Tommy Tutone? Do it for him, do it for Tommy!

As you may have noticed, I’ll be there too! So please, please, please come by and visit.

We can talk about the newsletter, about how much you love art, about the AMAZING art

in the room… Just come on by!

Besides OUR art show, there is a plethora (such a great word!) of things to do in April-May!

MARCH 27

The Art For Aid Project at the Premiere Gala Screening of Indian Horse (by invitation)

Canadian Museum of History, Gatineau, QC

The Art For Aid Project was invited to display their art and help raise awareness

for the needs of remote Indigenous communities in Canada at the private screening for Indian Horse at the Canadian Museum of History.“We are deeply honoured to have been invited to this remarkable event and will work to bring a greater level of awareness around the diverse needs of remote community schools while displaying the artwork

of Metis artist”-Colleen Gray, Founder of The Art For Aid Project

APRIL 7 & 8

16TH Pakenham Maple Run

Pakenham and surrounding area

10 – 5 pm

The 16th Maple Run Tour is a “sweet” reason to Wander up to Pakenham. Experience inspiring art, craft, food and heritage locations. Indulge your taste buds in locally produced fudge, solar roasted coffee and craft beer. Tour website gives a detailed description of all 29 participants, 9 tour venues, food stops, demonstrations, special events and a map with locations taking you through Pakenham and surrounding area. www.mapleruntour.com. 👀Keep your eyes open for ACP Members:

So, well, that’s about it for this month. Keep your head up and eyes posted for our signs. They should start to magically appear around April 30th. Remember to point them out to your friends, while keeping your eyes on the road!

See you at the show!

If you wish to stop receiving this newsletter please contact me at carolyne.buchanan.art@gmail.com

As always, please reserve as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Note: You can reserve seating for this concert alone, OR for the next four concerts

(Four Forward Concert Option).

MAY 5 – MAY 6

Annual Arts Carleton Place Fine Art Show

Carleton Place Canoe Club, Carleton Place

Details to follow soon.

MAY 5 – MAY 6

Cheerfully Made Spring Market!

Almonte Agricultural Hall, Almonte

Details to follow soon.

MAY 11 – MAY 19

“GUYS and DOLLS” presented by the Mississippi Mudds

Carleton Place Town Hall

Details to follow soon.

Need some more great ideas for March? Don’t forget to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a pint of green beer or, of course, my favourite beer any day of the year, Guinness! Did you know that there is a “proper way” to pour this yummy draught? Check it out at www.guinness.com.

If you ask me, there are never enough birthdays to celebrate. So, why not celebrate the birthdays

Well, that’s all I have for now. I look forward to receiving any contributions, questions or comments regarding our newsletters.

Or, should you no longer wish to receive this e-newsletter (I can’t figure out why you wouldn’t as there is such talent to discover/support in our area), please contact me at: carolyne.buchanan.art@gmail.com

The Annual Arts Carleton Place Spring Fine Art Show & Sale is on Saturday, May 5 and Sunday, May 6, 2018, 10am – 4:30pm at the Carleton Place Canoe Club, 179 John Street, Carleton Place. There are 35 spaces available to be assigned on a first come, first served basis.

Entry fee is $65 to $125 – 2 types of grid sizes available with 4 feet deep kiosks available for larger pieces. Authors tables are also available.

Registration deadline is March 15 and is considered complete when payment is received in full.

A $20 Arts Carleton Place membership is required to participate.

Art sales payments will be taken at a central cash, with a small commission to Arts Carleton Place (5% on cash sales and 7.7% on credit sales) in support of the local bursary program. Sales reconciliation and electronic money transfers to artists will be completed 10 days after the show ends.

Signage will go up 3 weeks in advance of the show; 375 visitors per day are targeted.

Release of applications for the Annual Arts Carleton Place Fine Art Show

Artists look for it in your inbox and spread the word!

MAY 5 & MAY 6

Annual Arts Carleton Place Fine Art Show

Carleton Place Canoe Club, Carleton Place

Details to follow soon.

Need some more great ideas to make your February Fantastic? Why not celebrate the birthdays of some famous artists? Ensure the music never dies! On February 3, play some Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson. Rock and roll not your bag? Try some Felix Mendelsohn (Feb. 3)

Well, that’s all I have for now. I look forward to receiving any contributions, questions or comments regarding our newsletters, please do not hesitate to contact me at: carolyne.buchanan.art@gmail.com.

Welcome to part 1 of the first newsletter of 2018! It’s a long one with tons of important information so be sure to read to the end.

First, please let me introduce myself: I’m Carolyne Buchanan and I’m Artsy Happenings e-newsletter’s new editor. I am thrilled to be a member of Arts Carleton Place and to help you promote your amazing art!

So, let’s get started:

ACP INFORMATION:

(To keep you in the know)

First the great news! Arts Carleton Place had a successful 2017. We gave back to the community as a whole, and are in great financial shape.

Now, the good news. Sometimes what appears to be a setback is just an opportunity to adjust and adapt and set the stage for new growth and development. Low attendance at the Annual General Meeting (due to the snow) meant that the key positions of Secretary, Vice-President and Media Relations Coordinator remain vacant.

Here’s the adjust and adapt part: Going forward, a small committee of people will share the responsibilities of the vacant Board positions and work together to produce our annual shows and assure a strong presence in our community.

Recruiting people with different skill sets and abilities to sit on our board will remain a top priority. Dedicated ACP members will continue to work hard to find dedicated individuals to fill these positions by next year. We are planning a special members-only BBQ meeting on June 10th to encourage more members to come forward. I know, in the mid-January cold, June sounds far away but doesn’t a BBQ sound good? Don’t forget to mark your calendar!

Currently, the positions on the Board are as follows:

President (interim) – Mark Piper

Vice President – Vacant

Past President – Ina Jackson

Secretary-Vacant

Social Media – Ashley Stufko

Education/Workshops – Robert Marleau

Art-in-Public-Places – Lee Thirlwall

Bursary Program – Lee Thirlwall and Strachan Johnson

Media Relations – Vacant

Spring Show Co-ordinator – To be handled by committee

Fall Show Co-ordinator – Suzanne Deschênes

Ad Hoc Members:

Newsletter – Carolyne Buchanan

Memberships – Anne Forsythe

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CALL TO MEMBERS:

Now, the call to members who have shows, vernissages, classes to offer, performances or any other noteworthy event(s) in February, March or April that they would like to share with our members and patrons.

Submissions for the month of February, and up to March 7th will be publicized in full:

–in the upcoming e-newsletter (mailed out January 28th);

–in the Calendar of Events on the Arts Carleton Place Website and;

–on our Facebook page.

Please note that items scheduled for later dates (March 8th to April 30th) will be noted under our new section: “Mark Your Calendar.” This column was created to give our wonderful patrons ample lead-time to support your event. These same entries will appear in full in the corresponding e-newsletter months. See the attached “Notice of event example” for more information.

Doing a show in Toronto or Vancouver?

Let us know! We have many members and patrons with family and friends in other cities so send us the information you would like included in our newsletter.

To submit your event, please fill in the attached form “Notice of event” and submit it to me by January 26th, 2018.The e-newsletter will go out on January 29th in order to promote events taking place earlier in the month. Remember, there is a “Notice of event example” attached for your information.

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MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS:

Yes, it’s that time of the year again, Membership renewals are now due. The Board of the Arts Carleton Place Association modified it’s membership year (in 2016) to have all memberships expire on December 31st of each year.

To renew your membership, you can download the attached revised form or complete one at Surrounding Memories at, 77 Bridge Street, Carleton Place.

Want to help promote art? Do you know someone who would benefit from being a member of our wonderful organisation? Why not pass this e-mail on and help make our world a “more artsy” place? (Yes, I meant to do that – get it, artsy e-newsletter?)

Well, that’s all I have for now. I look forward to receiving and posting information about your upcoming events. If you have any contributions, questions or comments regarding the newsletter, please do not hesitate to contact me.

A Special Meeting of Members and the Board of Directors will be held at 7:30 pm on December 18th at the Thirsty Moose Pub (20 Bridge St) in Carleton Place. Social to begin at 7:00 pm. The Purpose of the meeting is for members to meet with the Board of Directors of the Arts Carleton Place Association and to get your input as to the future direction of ACPA. This is a critical meeting and I urge all members, if they can, to attend. The Board is currently assessing the feasibility of continuing operations through 2019. Your voice needs to be heard as well as your input.

The Itty Bitty Fall Show built off the success of the Spring Art Show. The Fall Show attracted over 750 attendees, sales of more than $7900 and the ACP Bursary Program received significant contributions. We have successfully attracted new members this year and the Association is solvent. The Association needs to move forward with additional volunteers and must replace Robert Marleau who has stepped down as a temporary leader. If no members come forward than the Board will have little choice but to consider the dissolution of ACPA in the near future.

Please mark your calendars and R.S.V.P. by e-mail.

Suzanne

Treasurer/Show Coordinator

S.M. Deschênes

1147 Ferguson Rd, RR 3

Ashton, ON

K0A 1B0

Carleton Place 200th Logo Contest

We have launched our Carleton Place 200th Logo Contest in honour of our 200th Celebration as a Community which will be taking place in 2019!

With the immense amount of talent within Arts Carleton Place, it would be fabulous to receive some submission ideas from your members.

the Logo Contest form, and would be happy to answer any questions that might arise after reviewing the document.

For more information on The Art For Aid Project’s efforts, to view the art available and to celebrate art in remote communities, visit us at www.artforaid.ca

December 2

Nick Of Time show and sale

10-3 pm at McMartin House 125 Gore St East, Perth.

December 2nd & 5th

The Carleton Place Town Singers present Christmas Encore

Celebrate the holidays and the music you love with The Town Singers of Carleton Place. This year’s winter concert will feature popular favorites such as: It’s the Most Wonderful Time of The Year, Baby It’s Cold Outside, sacred music such as Ave Marie, new arrangements and some toe tapping surprises; all delivered in four-part harmony. There will be small ensembles and guest performers, Diane Elkington MacMillan and Bob MacMillan. This is the Town Singers’ tenth anniversary, so it is only fitting that some of the songs will be as you may have surmised, an encore.

Originating in 2007 with a dozen singers, this four-part choral group now numbers approximately 70 singers. The musical director is the talented Patricia Grainger with the remarkable Peter Brown accompanying.

You don’t want to miss this concert; save the date! There will be 2 performances:

Sunday matinee at 2:00 pm on December 3

Tuesday evening performance at 7:00 pm on December 5.

Both will be held in the beautiful All Nations Church (formerly St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church) 39 Bridge Street, Carleton Place.

Tickets are $12 and can be purchased at Bonanza Kidz and the Floral Boutique in Carleton Place or at the Mill Street Book Store in Almonte or at the door.

I will be selling my photography at the Last Minute Christmas Craft Show put on by the Capital Artisans Guild.

This event takes place Saturday December 9 from 10am to 4pm at the Pineview Golf Club at 1471 Blair Rd.

December 15

LiPS

NO RULES” S.L.a.M./Open Mic

Friday December 15th

Coutt’s Roastery and Café

57 Gore St. East Perth

Doors open @ 6:30 Show Starts @ 7pm

Only $5-Performers FREE

December 21

the Peter Brown Jazz Trio

performs its monthly jazz evening (always on the 3rd Thursday of the month) at Slackoni’s Parkside Bistro in the Best Western in Perth, 6 to 9 pm.

December 25

Victor Maltby

performing with Long Sault Trio at the Community Christmas Dinner in Perth at Codes Mill. The celebration starts at 11 AM on Christmas Day.

January 13

The Mark Ferguson-Keith Walton Quartet

Hello dear jazz friends,

It’s hard to believe, but we are soon to say goodbye to another year… but, hey, lots of fabulous talent is coming to JazzNhousein 2018, so let’s celebrate in style!

Our January 13, 2018 concert kicks off the New Year with a forum of Ottawa’s top music professionals. We asked multi-instrumentalist and in-demand musician, Mark Ferguson – a renowned trombonist and pianist – to put together a program that reflects our 2017-18 JazzNhouse goal to deliver excellence in instrumentation and form. Mark invited Keith Walton – one of the continent’s top exponents of jazz tuba – to join him. Joining them is accomplished bassist John Geggie and skillful percussionist Scott Latham on vibraphone. This concert promises to take us on an exceptional musical journey!

How to reserve seating: Online only – once you reserve online, an e-mailed receipt will be your confirmation. To reserve and pay with your credit card, click this link: http://jazzn.ca/program.html#20180113. You can reserve seating for this concert alone, OR for the next four concerts (Four Forward). Note: If you have already acquired a single ticket, the JazzNhouse Season Pass or the Four-Forward Concert Option, there is nothing more to do but put it in your calendar, because your seating for this concert is assured!

BYOB and snacks: A popular tradition among JazzNhouse guests is to bring snacks for sharing at the snack table. Our hosts welcome you to Bring Your Own Beverage (BYOB) and we make glasses available.

Arriving at the concert: The week of the concert we will send the address details for the house concert to all guests who have reserved. There are no tickets and no admission formalities, just a quick check of the guest list when you arrive. Theatre seating will be set up for your comfort, so select your seat upon arrival to enjoy the show.

Consider giving a JazzNhouse concert as a holiday gift? Our two winter concerts (January 13 and February 24) are now both available for online seat reservations. Our special JazzNkanata concert on December 16th is also open for reservations.

The show is being held at the Carleton Place Canoe Club, 179 John St, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with Free admission, and Free parking. This Fall show is one of two annual events by Arts Carleton Place to raise funds for its High School Bursary program.

The 2017 recipients of the Arts Carleton Place Bursaries were: For Notre Dame Catholic High School: Ben Ivens, who is continuing his studies in Media Arts at Algonquin College and Jessica Neil who will be studying Applied Arts and Communications in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and for Carleton Place High School recipient was Nick Busby.

The Fall show will feature 30 artists and artisans showcasing their work in the area of photography, visual arts (oil, acrylic, water colours and mix media), jewellery, fused glass, functional glass, knitting and sewing, pencil drawings, pottery and tableware, art dolls, ceramic folk art as well as cards and ornaments to list but a few of the gems available.

Natasha Peterson will be launching and signing her new book: Polar Bear Pete’s Perfect Performance aimed at young people,.

Ron Lawruk, International author from Carleton Place will be signing his books on Sunday Nov 5 from 10 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m.

Participating Artists and Artisans are from all corners of the region: Portland, Perth, Smiths Falls, Fitzroy Harbour, Carp, McDonald’s Corners, Almonte, Stittsville, Kanata, Haley Station and one visiting artist, Jacinthe, from Gatineau.

AND

CHRISTMAS IN THE VALLEY SHOW BEING HELD IN ALMONTE

Make your first holiday shopping destination the popular Christmas in the Valley Artisan Show where a juried selection of over 30 carefully selected artisans, crafters and bakers will be presenting their original creations in a relaxed, friendly and festive atmosphere this November 4 & 5, 10-4pm at the Almonte Community Centre & Arena Upper Hall, 182 Bridge Street.

Homemade light meals and baking will be served as a fund raiser for the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum at the snack bar. www.mvtm.ca . There will be a table for the Lanark Animal Welfare Society who would be thrilled to receive donations for their very

Lanark Animal Welfare Society who would be thrilled to receive donations for their very worth cause. Their wish list can be found at www.lanarkanimals.ca .

I would like to thank everyone who offers their support and encouragement to this important work. The Art For Aid Project managed to send 16 boxes of high quality wool (Merino quality and up) to Nunavut and Baffin Island. A kind person donated a massive collection of quality wool and we found many homes for it. One young man said his Grandmother and Auntie had been trying to finish his sweater for the past 5 years and they were so excited to be able to complete the project. The abundance will allow many people to pass the time, create warm items for families and those in need compliments of a kind donor and some shipping support.

Metis artist and Art For Aid Project founder, Colleen Gray is featuring some of her work at The Carambeck Community Centre with the proceeds going towards efforts to get art supplies into remote First Nation, Inuit and Metis communities. For more information visit www.artforaid.ca

Colleen

November 10

Victor Maltby

Performing with Barley Shakers at the Celtfest Fundraising.

Starting at 7:30

November 16

Jazz Night at Slackoni’s,

The Peter Brown Jazz Trio has its monthly performance at Slackoni’s Restaurant at the Best Western Hotel in Perth (82 Peter Street) on Thursday, 6 to 9 pm.

November 18 & 19

The Holly Jolly Art Sale!

ACP will be participating in RLAA’s Holly Jolly Show and Sale on November 18 & 19 from 11 am to 4 pm each day – at the Perth Campus of Algonquin College,7 Craig St.(Hwy43), Perth, Ontario. Free Admission, Free Parking

November 25

Jazz House Alex Pangman

JazzNhouse has invited the wonderful Ms. Alex Pangman – Canada’s Sweetheart of Swing – to bring her quintet all the way from Toronto to perform in our series. This vibrant vocalist and 2016 JUNO nominee will bring 20’s-40’s jazz, swing and blues to life in an intimate house concert in a gorgeous private home in Pakenham. JazzNhouse is donating net door receipts to the Mississippi Mills Public Library’s Pakenham Branch renovation, to raise funds for chairs, tables, shelves and computer technology to create a great library space that is welcoming and accessible to all. With the help of performance sponsor Keith Bean (Bean Chev, Buick GMC) and many volunteers, this is not just a fun musical event for the season, but a major fundraising effort!

The classic tale of L.M. Montgomery’s red-haired orphan girl, Anne, is brought to life in this comical and heart-warming family musical. Through her tremendous spirit, pluck and imagination, she touches the lives of everyone around her in Avonlea and especially Green Gables – her new home. Featuring such famous songs as “Ice Cream”, “Open the Windows”, and “Gee I’m Glad I’m Nobody Else But Me”, this is a rousing musical tribute to Canada’s most famous and beloved heroine! Come and close out Canada’s 150th Birthday with us at Carleton Place Town Hall.